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Lack of continuity breeds losers, How different could it have been If Wade Philips stayed on as HC in Buffalo for the next decade? Marrone moves on and takes the Jags deeper into the playoffs then Buffalo has seen in over 2 decades.The Browns are another good example of a team that has been completely lacking in continuity. I'm not saying change is always a bad thing, but it means starting over again. Different systems need different players. Its a never ending process and clearly not ye kind of process HC McD has in mind. Good post, thanks.

Mistakes have been made, but the regime rebounded nicely IMO, McD took the brunt of the blame on the chin. Neglecting the Oline is probably a mistake many young GM's learn the hard way on. Without Beane we may not have Allen. Something I think we will all be forever grateful. The Bills just had what looks to be another good draft, along with some nice work done via FA. Its all good Rocky...

Hey Rocky, watch me pull a rabbit out of my hat We started the season with Peterman and ended with a more experienced Allen. ( Barkley as an upgrade at Backup). ...Rocky take off... ...better landing...

Peterman won the QB competition from appearances, so I tend to agree with you Nickel. (outside the fact they should have kept McCarron on the roster that is) Oline mishandling on the other hand now is a different story which I think had allot to do with why the QB competition didn't give us a good indicator in my humble opinion. A J gets banged up, Allen gets the back of his head slammed into the turf in his own end zone. Not good. Yup, lets start/sacrifice Peterman to the football Gods... ...kid has a fast enough read and release he may survive... ... Ok... its getting late...

...Nonsense... ...Practice makes perfect... ...and I liked your delivery...

Nor do I, Now had you asked me the same question before Allen returned from injury on his throwing arm I may have answered differently. I'm inclined to think Allens development might be a little ahead of schedule then where McDermott planned it to be after Josh Allens rookie season in my humble opinion. Barkley played very well and its possible under a different scenario Bills fans could be watching another QB competition this preseason. I think Allens improvement by seasons end took care of that problem.

I need to speak to my Attorney, Shaw to the unfettered thread please...

How much influence Bills HC McDermott may have on the Offense as Allen develops I think is a good Question. Does Daboll fit the process? AFL just has a colorful way of asking it, authenticity at its finest...

To beotche, or not to beotche, that is the question Coach...

Daboll would in all likelihood be looking for and taking into consideration any advice McDermott may have on the the short and long term develpment of Josh Allen IMO. McDermotts experience working in the same camp as Cam Newton an athlete with a much similar skill set and an ability to help game plan the opposition gives Daboll a perspective through the eyes of a DC. For the most part though I think Daboll has been and will continue to the call the shots.

Don't get me wrong, it doesn't take a rocket scientist to fit the process or a low IQ to be an idiot. Tyrod Taylor had the lowest wonderlic score for starting QB's in the league. Taylor still fit the process until the process upgraded/eliminated him.

I don't think flat out idiots with just raw talent applies to the process very well. M D comes to mind. Josh Allen is about as talented as they come and the smartest QB in a very good draft class. Now thats what I'm talking about...

It took 1 season to accomplish what no other Bills HC could accomplish in over 18 years.(playoffs) It took 2 seasons to accomplish what no Bills GM has accomplished in over 2 decades.(franchise QB) Top 3 D with very little talent. Myself personally, while Buffalo may not win 4 Superbowls over the next decade, winning one works for me...

Young HC, GM, learning from their mistakes I'm sure. Josh Allen is probably ahead of schedule now because of it IMO. Like you Rocky, it brought back memories of TE. If I'm McD, I'm probably staying with the hot hand of Barkley until I could shore up the Oline. As it turns out, the best thing for the teams immediate future was Allen finishing the season behind center. Josh carried his team at the college level, and already doing it as a rookie in the Pro's. One Buffalo strong...

The Process in two words "continuous Improvment" Shaw did a good job pointing out to what great lengths the process takes the Buffalo Bills IMO. Josh Allen and his fellow teamates bought into the process and by seasons end we started seeing results. Remains to be seen how it will all pan out and posts like yours helps keep us grounded.

...Its that time of the month again Virgil... ...how dare you...

So many positives in the way the Buffalo Bills are being managed, coached, and backed by ownership with everyone on the same page its no wonder the Bills fan base is talking playoffs and beyond already. McD is going to continue to find ways to improve and the team is going to follow his lead. Intelligent, motivated players with a purpose. Leading the charge, Josh Allen. I think you can bet on Allen...

Josh Allen/ Stealth Bomber...

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Nice reply, My expectations are very high because along with the boatload of talent , Josh Allen has a good head on his shoulders and protects the football well. Not hardwired yet , I like that assessment. (Barkley, hardwired)

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